Richmar

What Richmar does

Richmar is a private medical device manufacturer founded in 1951 and operating as a brand under Compass Health Brands Corp. (Middleburg Heights, OH). Headquartered at 7777 Bonhomme Ave, Suite 1605, Clayton, MO, the company produces electrotherapy and therapeutic modality equipment for physical therapy, rehabilitation, athletic training, and chiropractic markets. The portfolio spans portable consumer devices (InTENSity family of TENS/NMES/Interferential units), clinical-grade combination electrotherapy systems (TheraTouch CX4/EX4/DX2/LX2, Winner EVO Combo, ComboCare, Quattro 2.5), therapeutic ultrasound (Therasound EVO, AutoSound, SoundCare Plus, portable TheraSound/US 1000/US Pro 2000 lines), the HIVAMAT 200 deep oscillation platform, laser/light therapy, shortwave diathermy, hot/cold thermal therapy (Hydratherm, HydraHeat, TheraMED), pneumatic compression, MicroBlock antimicrobial and HIVAMAT-specific electrodes, kinesiology tape (StrengthTape), bracing (StrengthBrace line), topical pain relief (SubZero gel), and the recently introduced EMG Pro biofeedback device and first shockwave therapy unit. Multiple product lines carry FDA clearance and explicit Health Canada approval for the Canadian market.

The business model is B2B hardware sales through a network of authorized medical equipment distributors that serve physical therapy clinics, athletic training facilities, chiropractic offices, and rehabilitation centers; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Richmar augments its distributor go-to-market with a clinical-education motion — the Richmar Master's Program, Richmar TMP Program, Richmar University, and CEU courses — plus in-person certification workshops such as the Radial Shockwave Therapy & Deep Oscillation Therapy Workshop, delivered in partnership with continuing-education providers such as Ciao Seminars. Strategic positioning includes research and athletic-medicine partnerships (Foundation for Physical Therapy Research, PlaySafe USA) and a focus on drug-free pain management, muscle re-education, post-surgical rehabilitation, and soft-tissue healing.

Strategic activity in 2024–2026 includes entry into shockwave (May 2025) and EMG/biofeedback (June 2025), expansion of the clinical-education channel, and addition of clinical specialist headcount; Richmar has no publicly disclosed revenue, funding history, or headcount-trend figures.

Name

Richmar

Legal name

Richmar

Website

https://richmarweb.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Richmar is a private medical device manufacturer, founded in 1951 and operated under Compass Health Brands, that produces electrotherapy, ultrasound, shockwave, deep oscillation, laser, diathermy, and biofeedback devices for physical therapy, athletic training, chiropractic, and rehabilitation markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Medical Devices

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Rehabilitation Therapy Equipment (PT/OT Modalities, Exercise & Balance Devices) (HLAHAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Posture, Musculoskeletal & Pain-Relief Devices (Posture Trainers, TENS/EMS, Massage Devices) (CRACAQAK), Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC), Recovery, Mobility & Therapy Accessories Retail (Foam Rollers, Massage Guns, Braces, Taping) (CRAMADAF)

Keywords

• Electrotherapy medical devices
• TENS therapy equipment
• Therapeutic ultrasound machines
• Physical therapy modalities
• Clinical rehabilitation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

St Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Richmar manufactures and sells electrotherapy and therapeutic modality medical devices to healthcare providers through a distributor network. Products include portable TENS units, clinical electrotherapy systems, ultrasound machines, shockwave therapy devices, deep oscillation therapy equipment, laser therapy devices, and related accessories.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Richmar designs, manufactures, and distributes electrotherapy and therapeutic modality medical devices for physical therapy, rehabilitation, athletic training, and chiropractic care. Its product portfolio includes portable TENS/NMES/Interferential units (InTENSity series), clinical-grade combination electrotherapy systems (TheraTouch, Winner EVO, ComboCare, Quattro), therapeutic ultrasound machines, radial shockwave therapy, HIVAMAT deep oscillation devices, cold laser/light therapy units, shortwave diathermy, thermal therapy products, electrodes, kinesiology tape, and bracing/support products, sold through an authorized distributor network to healthcare providers.

Product overview

Richmar provides a comprehensive portfolio of medical devices for physical therapy, rehabilitation, athletic training, and chiropractic care. The offering spans portable and clinical electrotherapy (TENS, NMES, Interferential), ultrasound therapy, shockwave therapy, deep oscillation, laser/light therapy, diathermy, thermal therapy, and bracing/support products. The product line includes portable consumer devices like the InTENSity series (Select Combo II, IF Combo II, Twin Stim IV, 10, 12) and clinical-grade systems such as TheraTouch CX4/EX4/DX2/LX2, Winner EVO Combo, and ComboCare. Deep oscillation is addressed through the HIVAMAT 200 line, while thermal therapy includes Hydratherm and HydraHeat products. Richmar also offers kinesiology tape (StrengthTape), bracing solutions (StrengthBrace), electrodes, and most recently expanded into biofeedback with the EMG Pro. The company has been serving clinicians since 1951 under the Compass Health Brands umbrella.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• InTENSity IF Combo II Handheld TENS machine combining TENS and Interferential waveforms in a portable unit with preset body-part-specific settings, targeted at clinicians and patient users needing portable pain management.
• InTENSity IF Combo Portable TENS unit combining TENS and Interferential waveforms with four modes of operation and output up to 105 mA, intended for portable clinical and home use pain management.
• InTENSity Twin Stim IV Portable TENS unit combining TENS and NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation) in one device with preset body-part-specific settings and customizable therapy options.
• InTENSity 10 Digital TENS machine with 10 preset treatment protocols for targeted TENS electrotherapy, featuring body part selections for neck, shoulder, mid back, low back, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and foot.
• Winner EVO Combo Combination electrotherapy unit for clinical settings integrating ultrasound and stimulation capabilities for physical therapy and rehabilitation providers.
• TheraTouch CX4 Clinical-grade combination therapy machine integrating ultrasound and stimulation (electrotherapy) capabilities, targeted at physical therapy clinics and rehabilitation centers.
• TheraTouch EX4 Clinical electrostimulation machine for physical therapy, rehabilitation, and chiropractic clinics.
• Quattro 2.5 Professional clinical electrotherapy device for physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.
• ComboCare Combination therapy machine for clinical use integrating multiple electrotherapy modalities for physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.
• TheraTouch DX2 Shortwave diathermy unit for clinical settings, providing deep tissue thermal therapy for physical therapy and rehabilitation providers.
• TheraTouch LX2 Cold laser therapy device for clinical use in physical therapy, rehabilitation, and chiropractic care.
• LaserPrism Cordless Cordless laser probe for clinical laser therapy applications in physical therapy and rehabilitation.
• Therasound EVO Clinical ultrasound therapy machine for physical therapy and rehabilitation providers.
• AutoSound Hands-free clinical ultrasound therapy device for physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.
• SoundCare Plus Professional ultrasound therapy device for physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.
• TheraSound 3.5P Portable therapeutic ultrasound device for clinicians requiring therapy on the go.
• US 1000 3rd Edition Third edition portable ultrasound therapy device.
• US Pro 2000 2nd Edition Second edition professional portable ultrasound therapy device.
• HIVAMAT 200 Evident Clinical deep oscillation therapy unit for treating musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions in physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.
• HIVAMAT 200 Portable Portable deep oscillation therapy unit for musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions, used in physical therapy, rehabilitation, and athletic training.
• Hydratherm Heating Units Hot pack heating units for thermal therapy in clinical and rehabilitation settings.
• HydraHeat Hot Packs Hot packs for heat therapy applications in physical therapy and rehabilitation.
• StrengthTape Kinesiology tape rolls for athletic and therapeutic taping applications.
• StrengthBrace Line of bracing and support products including hinged ROM elbow brace, universal hinged knee brace, universal wrist brace, universal ankle brace, and LITE variants.
• SubZero Pain relieving gel for topical application in physical therapy, athletic training, and chiropractic care.
• MicroBlock Antimicrobial Electrodes Antimicrobial electrodes used with Richmar electrotherapy devices for clinical and home use.
• EMG Pro Richmar's first biofeedback device, expanding the company's portfolio into EMG/biofeedback therapy for clinical rehabilitation and physical therapy providers.
• Richmar Shockwave Therapy Device Richmar's first radial shockwave therapy device, introduced in May 2025 for physical therapy, rehabilitation, and sports medicine providers.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Foundation for Physical Therapy ResearchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Richmar became a Partner in Research with the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research in January 2026. This partnership supports physical therapy research initiatives and demonstrates Richmar's commitment to evidence-based rehabilitation practices.
• Ciao SeminarsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2025Richmar partnered with Ciao Seminars, a leading continuing education provider, in May 2025 to deliver educational workshops and certification courses for clinicians on Richmar therapeutic modalities.
• PlaySafe USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2024Richmar established a partnership with PlaySafe USA, a non-profit organization, to support athletic safety and sports medicine initiatives. This partnership aligns with Richmar's focus on serving athletic training facilities.
• Compass Health BrandscoreOthersCompass Health Brands Corp. is the parent company of Richmar. Compass Health Brands is headquartered in Middleburg Heights, OH.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DJO Global (Enovis): Enovis (formerly DJO) operates the Chattanooga electrotherapy and rehabilitation modality line, directly competing with Richmar's TheraTouch, Winner EVO, and ComboCare clinical devices across PT, sports medicine, and orthopedic channels.
• Chattanooga Group (DJO): The Chattanooga product line under DJO/Enovis is one of the most established clinical electrotherapy and ultrasound brands in US physical therapy — Richmar's primary direct competitor at the clinical account level.

Direct peers

• BTL Group: BTL is a leading manufacturer of electrotherapy, shockwave, laser, and ultrasound devices for physical therapy and aesthetics, competing head-to-head with Richmar across most of its therapeutic modality categories.
• Mettler Electronics: Mettler Electronics manufactures clinical ultrasound, TENS/EMS, and combination therapy devices targeted at physical therapy clinics, directly overlapping with Richmar's TheraTouch, Therasound, and InTENSity product lines.
• Dynatronics: Dynatronics produces combination therapy, ultrasound, and electrotherapy devices for the physical therapy and sports medicine markets, competing with Richmar's clinical electrotherapy and ultrasound portfolio.
• Roscoe Medical (Current Solutions): Roscoe Medical and its Current Solutions brand sell TENS/EMS units, ultrasound therapy devices, and hot/cold therapy products, closely mirroring Richmar's InTENSity portable line and Hydratherm thermal therapy range.
• Zimmer MedizinSysteme: Zimmer manufactures electrotherapy, ultrasound, shockwave, and laser therapy devices for rehabilitation clinics, overlapping with Richmar across the TheraTouch, Therasound, and TheraTouch LX2 product families.
• STORZ Medical: STORZ Medical is a specialist in shockwave therapy devices for orthopedics, sports medicine, and physiotherapy — directly competing with Richmar's newly launched first shockwave device.

Emerging players

• Zynex Medical: Zynex focuses on TENS/EMS and neurostimulation devices for pain management and rehabilitation, competing with Richmar's InTENSity portable and Twin Stim IV product line in clinical and home-use channels.

Others

• Compass Health Brands: Compass Health Brands is Richmar's parent company and a broader consumer/home medical products manufacturer (respiratory, mobility, daily living aids), making it the closest corporate and channel-comparable entity for portfolio strategy and distribution benchmarking.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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